Happy Thanksgiving, fellow Striders. If you're celebrating here in the U.S., I hope you're surrounded by loved ones, friends, or even your fur babies, and that you're feeling a sense of appreciation for the blessings in your life, the ones you're experiencing now and the ones that have shaped you along the way. This time of year is a good reminder to pause, take a breath, and really acknowledge the good that is already present.
As I've been reflecting on gratitude, I keep coming back to how much shifts when we look at what's working instead of what's missing. When we notice the good in ourselves and in our relationships, it changes the energy around everything else. And whether we're thinking about moments that made us laugh, the qualities we're proud of, or the people who show up for us when it matters, there is so much to be thankful for.
So for today's Wise Walk, we're going to slow down, check our reality, and explore what gratitude looks like in our own lives including what we're grateful for about ourselves, the memories that bring us joy, and the people who support us and inspire us. Let's take this time to honor those blessings together.
- What does a consistent gratitude practice look like in your life right now, and how can you honor this Thanksgiving by acknowledging the blessings you've experienced?
- What are you personally grateful for about who you are and how you show up in the world?
- How can you count your blessings in relationship to others and appreciate the people who support you or whom you've supported?
- What recent moment made you laugh so hard your abs hurt, and how can you give gratitude for the joy, the courage, and the people who shared it with you?
- How did that memory make you feel, and how can you recreate more moments that spark that kind of joy?
- What is one physical quality you love about yourself, and why does it matter to you?
- What is one emotional or spiritual quality you are grateful for, and how has it blessed your life?
- What challenging experience are you moving through, and what unexpected blessings have surfaced because of it?
- How is that experience preparing you for your hopes and dreams and helping you connect more intentionally with the people in your life?
- How can you give yourself gratitude for how you're showing up through difficulty with strength, grace, and growth?
- Who in your life needs to hear that you appreciate them, and how can you let them know in a meaningful way this Thanksgiving?
- How can you express gratitude for both giving and receiving support, and appreciate the love that surrounds you right now?
Thank you for spending this time with me today. I'm grateful for you and for this True Stride community, and I hope you carry a spirit of appreciation into the days ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, joyful, and very Happy Thanksgiving, and until next Thursday, please remember to prioritize fun, read the signs, and get your stride on.
In this episode:
- [02:11] "Acknowledging the good that you already have in life is the foundation for all abundance." Eckhart Tolle
- [03:04] When we see the good in others, it becomes the overarching theme of our lives, and that's what we put out.
- [04:03] The joy of laughter and how fun and playful it is. I'm grateful that laughter is contagious.
- [07:19] What do you love about yourself? I love how I take chances and do things that are scary. I'm okay with failure.
- [10:30] In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I'm giving gratitude to count my blessings in these areas.
- [11:18] Reflect on areas of your life that have been hard, but that you've done it anyway. What have you gained?
- [15:09] I also want to acknowledge thankfulness and gratefulness for the relationships in my life.
- [16:52] I feel blessed by my supporters near and far. I give gratitude for those who allow me to express myself and give me support.
- [18:07] Happy Happy Thanksgiving! Take some time to reflect on when you've laughed so hard your abs hurt, attributes you love about yourself, and gratitude for the relationships in your life.
Memorable Quotes:
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- "Gratitude shifts everything. The moment we acknowledge what's already good in our lives, we invite more of that goodness in." - Mary Tess
- "We all have qualities worth celebrating. When we recognize what we love about ourselves, we stand a little taller." - Mary Tess
- "Giving thanks for the people who support us is a beautiful way to strengthen connections and deepen relationships." - Mary Tess
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